Robert Christ, Jr.

Robert (Bob) Christ, Jr., 78 (12/30/1947-5/27/2026), child of Robert, Sr. & Lillian (Klotz) Christ. Born and raised mostly in Brooklyn, NY, Bob served proudly, yet humbly, in the United States Air Force, New York Suffolk County Police Force, as Mount Holyoke Security, Checkers gas station attendant, St. Francis of Assisi maintenance and the Knights of Columbus. He “did what he had to do,” as best he could. He maintained objectivity in difficult times and supported others—and did not seek recognition, commendation, or praise. Bob was a talented handyman – “If he couldn’t fix it, it could not be fixed”- and carpenter who took pride in the quality and service of his work. He volunteered his skills and time generously. Many decks, roofs, sheds, floors, bathrooms, kitchens and automobiles are enjoyed by family and friends because of Bob’s talent and generosity. He was a proud father of six, whom he loved and supported unconditionally. They will miss his serenades and “love songs”. His fifteen grandchildren will miss his loving coercion and payments (five cents a minute) to rub his back and head, his hugs and guffaws.

He will be sorely missed by his wife of 55 years, Louise (Beaulieu) Christ and his children: Robert Christ, III and his daughters Suzanna & Caroline; Dr. Theodore Christ, his wife Jen and their children Nate, Dan & Abby; Timothy Christ; Matthew Christ, his wife Sue and their children, Eli, Ella & Emi; Annette Thomas, her husband Brian and their children Connor, Lillianna, Angelia & Tristan; and Pamela Tarnawa, her husband Doug and children Annabelle, Stephen & Colton; and Bob’s two brothers: Wayne; and James, his wife Donna and their children Michelle, Laura & Michael. “Everybody loved Bob”. Mostly we will miss his joy and sense of humor.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 7, 2026 from 2-5 PM at the Beers & Story Belchertown Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be held the following morning at 11:00 AM at St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Belchertown. Please meet directly at the church. Burial will immediately follow at the Massachusetts Veterans' Memorial Cemetery in Agawam. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob's memory can be made to the St. Francis Building Fund or to the Wounded Warriors Project.